- 1. In what era did Chikamatsu Monzaemon live?
A) Taisho period
B) Edo period
C) Heian period
D) Meiji period
- 2. What traditional Japanese theatrical art form is closely associated with Chikamatsu Monogatari?
A) Kabuki
B) Bunraku
C) Kyogen
D) Noh
- 3. How were Chikamatsu Monogatari performances typically portrayed?
A) Shadow puppets
B) Body movements
C) Puppets
D) Live actors
- 4. Which of the following is a common emotion portrayed in Chikamatsu Monogatari?
A) Surprise
B) Anger
C) Sorrow
D) Joy
- 5. Which of the following is a key characteristic of Joruri?
A) Acrobatics
B) Silent performances
C) No dialogue
D) Musical accompaniment
- 6. What is the primary language of Chikamatsu Monogatari performances?
A) Latin
B) Japanese
C) Chinese
D) English
- 7. In what year did Chikamatsu Monzaemon pass away?
A) 1725
B) 1802
C) 1750
D) 1676
- 8. What is the name of the female narrator in Joruri performances?
A) Noh
B) Tayu
C) Joruri
D) Kabuki
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